Is this a shiny black or matte black?
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I agree with other two responders. It's a plain gloss black. Ordinary luster.
1309652
I would have to say it's a matte-satin finish. Definitely not flat or gloss.
1354890
it's glossy - shiny - i like it a lot. there's one bad pixel but for the price, I don't care.
1066172
The black finish has a gloss to it. It is not extremely shiny, but just enough to look nice. This is an excellent toaster.
521311
Black matte has luster to it, where black hasn't any. I believe the latter is called sometimes dull black.
617987
This is Black Black, kind of shiny. Great in my office for the price, not necessarily a piece for a main part of your home, scratches easily.
2206798
Neither. It is not matte, nor shinny. I would say it is a matte finish with a sheen. Definitely not glossy.
2120219
I would describe the one I received as "shiny" so I'll say "gloss". FYI, I found a less expensive local source subsequently...
2183809
you just answered your own question. It says matte black! Read the description. Only the white and carbon are glossy.
1022699
It is a smooth matte finish. We are very pleased with it and have had many compliments on it since purchasing.
530878
It is solid black..no brown whatsoever..It is a nice looking shiny black stand..very happy with it.
1323246
The black is a lovely rich satin black color. It's not glossy and it's not matte. Hope this helps with your decision.
1200381
As you can see from the other answers it's not shiny but more like black matte, it's prepared for paint but I use mine as it is, perfect.
1622235
Yes, shiny. Not matte. It you want matte (smooth dull finish) look at: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00903HAL0/ref=aw_2nd_sims_1?pi=SS115
1409483
It is what I call a dusty wrought iron black. It is not a shiny lacquer black.
1549308
No, it is more matted. My last one was shiny and I really liked it, but I like this one too.
1601983
The back on mine looks like a matte black finish and the sides are a smooth shiny black